South Greensboro Area Plan - Public Review Draft - 9.25.25

Greensboro Urban Loop

The completion of the Urban Loop is a significant infrastructure project that has greatly impacted the study area. This freeway provides regional access and defines the southern edge of the area. The Urban Loop has catalyzed development and improved connectivity in the previously undeveloped and disconnected southern portion. Additionally, the emergence of Elmsley Drive has led to highway-oriented retail, big box stores, suburban residential development, and freeway access to the south, sparking interest in industrial and distribution development.

US 70

I-40

US 220

I-40

STUDY AREA

US 421

I-85

2005

US 70

US 220

I-40

I-40

STUDY AREA

I-73

US 421

I-85

2008

Note: Current Greensboro city limits used in both maps.

US 421 Draft STUDY AREA I-85 I-40

US 29

US 220

The Greensboro Urban Loop (I-85) distinctly defines the southern edge of the south Greensboro area.

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INTRODUCTION

PUBLIC REVIEW DRAFT - 9/25/25